Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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